Like tsunamis in the sky, sandstorms produce dense clouds of dust and particles that bury everything below. Inhaling too many sand and dust particles can even be life-threatening. When strong winds blow over bare ground, they whirl up dry earth, sand, and dust, resulting in huge dust storms.
Around 2 billion tons of sand and dust are stirred into the atmosphere every year, with half originating from the Sahara. This dust belt stretches from the Sahara through the Middle East to Central and Northeast Asia, supporting ecosystems and providing vital nutrients.
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